| Author |
Ranney, Dave, 1863- |
| Author of introduction, etc. |
Schauffler, A. F. (Adolphus Frederick), 1845-1919 |
| Title |
Dave Ranney
Or, Thirty Years on the Bowery; An Autobiography
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 88.4 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by Steven desJardins and Project Gutenberg Distributed Proofreaders
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| Summary |
"Dave Ranney" by Dave Ranney is an autobiography written in the early 20th century, detailing the life experiences of the author as he navigates through personal struggles, redemption, and transformation. The book chronicles Ranney's descent into a life of crime and alcoholism, his relationships, and the eventual embrace of faith that changes the course of his life. Throughout the narrative, Ranney illustrates the transformative power of grace and hope, making it both a moving testament and a guide to those facing similar challenges. At the start of the autobiography, the author reflects on his boyhood in Hudson City, New Jersey, where he grew up in a challenging environment influenced by cultural rivalries and his father's struggles with alcohol. He candidly recounts his early experiences, including his introduction to drinking at a young age, troubles with authority, and a series of thefts that mark the beginning of his life on the wrong path. As he shares memories of childhood antics and the bittersweet nostalgia for his mother, who he acknowledges played a significant role in his life, readers get a sense of the internal conflict that led to his later struggles with addiction and criminal activity. The opening chapters effectively set the stage for this gripping story of a man on a quest for redemption. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
BV: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Practical theology, Worship
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| Subject |
American Tract Society
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
13889 |
| Release Date |
Oct 29, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 18, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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